International Admission

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MICA’s undergraduate international admission counselors are available every week for one-on-one conversations. Whether you'd like to ask questions or have a portfolio review, we're here to help! Schedule a time today.

Yam Chew Oh
International Admission Counselor
Meet with Yam Chew virtually

Jenny Lee Robinson
International Admission Representative
Meet with Jenny virtually

Ezra Zhang
International Admission Representative
Meet with Ezra virtually

Kenneth Yee
Associate Director, International Admission
Meet with Kenny virtually

MICA’s graduate international admission counselors are available every week for one-on-one conversations. Whether you'd like to ask questions or have a portfolio review, we're here to help! Schedule a time today.

Julia Roble
International Admission Representative
Meet with Julia virtually

At MICA, you’ll be part of our vibrant community of creators and innovators — which means you’ll be surrounded by peers and mentors who are committed to your success.

Elisa Leiva
Hear what inspired Elisa, an Illustration major from Costa Rica, to choose MICA.

Ian Ong
Hear how Ian, an Interdisciplinary Sculpture major from Singapore, is taking advantage of only-at-MICA opportunities — like a hands-on blacksmithing internship — to develop his practice.

Beril Bayrakdar
Hear why Beril, an Interdisciplinary Sculpture and Architectural Design major from Turkey, instantly felt at home at MICA.

Anahita Arun
Hear how Anahita, a Graphic Design, Humanistic Studies, and Interactive Arts major from India, built connections at MICA.

You have questions, and we have answers. Take some time to review the information on this page. If you have a question that is not addressed here, schedule a time to talk with an admission counselor.
Keep Reading

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Top 10 Art School in the World

– U.S. News & World Report

#15, 2024 Global Creative Rankings

– The One Club for Creativity

#33, Global Art & Design institutions

– QS World University Rankings

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1826

Founded in 1826, MICA is the oldest continuously degree-granting college of art in the nation

95%

The percentage of MICA alumni who are employed within one year of graduation

96%

The percentage of MICA undergraduate alumni working in a field related to their program of study

45

U.S. states represented in the student body

56

Countries represented in the student body

3000+

enrolled undergraduate, graduate, and Open Studies students

9:1

student-faculty ratio

600+

Faculty mentors — professional artists, designers, art historians, poets, and writers

120

visiting artists, critics, designers, poets, writers, and art historians from across the U.S. and around the world each year

≈20

study abroad programs — more than any other art college in the United States

$50m

annually in undergraduate financial aid from all sources

1000+

courses each year providing programmatic depth and career options not found at other colleges and universities

In an age where the fundamentals—wood, canvas, paper, film, and metal—are being met with 3D printing, laser cutting, augmented reality, and more, artists require a wider array of tools than ever before. From wood shops to its digital fabrication studio to biolab to sound stage, MICA provides you with the room and tools you need to design and make whatever you can imagine.

Digital Fabrication Lab (DFab)
See MICA's digital fabrication lab (DFab) and the awesome projects our students make there.

Fiber
From woven cotton to carbon fiber and everything in between, MICA's fiber labs give students the opportunity to research and reimagine fiber-based products.

Interdisciplinary Sculpture
At the intersection of craft, tradition, and modern technology, MICA’s interdisciplinary sculpture maker spaces provide an environment to nurture all three.

Film & Video
Combing the talent of MICA and Johns Hopkins, our Film and Video studios give students access to state-of-the-art equipment and unparalleled instruction.

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A safe environment is essential to learning and creating. MICA is committed to working with all members of the campus community to make our campus a safe and secure environment.
Keep Reading about Campus Safety

#2

Best U.S. city for college graduates

– ADP Research Institute (Based on the health of the job market, salary vs. cost of living, and likelihood of finding a job)

#1

In public support of the arts and #5 most arts-vibrant state (Maryland)

– SMU Data Arts

#14

Best places to travel in the world

– The New York Times

#15

Best cities to start a business

– Business Insider

#3

Happiest city in the U.S.

– Institute for Quality of Life

#3

Most affordable large city

– Business Facilities

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Student Organizations & Co-curricular Activities

From academic and professional interests to hobbies and recreation, MICA's 40+ student organizations provide you with the opportunity to get involved in a way that matters to you.

Join A Club
These co-curricular experiences not only contribute to a more satisfied overall college experience but also provide many opportunities to meet new people and make friends.

Lunar New Year Potluck
The Asian Student Alliance hosted a potluck to celebrate the Lunar New Year and share their cultures and backgrounds with others in the MICA Community.

Alumni Success

MICA alumni and faculty use their vision and skills across industries and are powering the creative economy throughout the Baltimore region - and around the world. They are exhibiting artists, creative entrepreneurs, Google animators, filmmakers, comic artists, graphic designers, educators, mobile app developers, architects and so much more.
Meet MICA's Creatives at Work

From Baltimore to Beijing
In an extraordinary collaboration, the Tree Art Museum in Beijing welcomed the unveiling of The Nostalgic Collection, spearheaded and curated exclusively by 16 diverse alumni from the College. It offers a rare glimpse into the shared experiences and creative journeys of these international Chinese art students.

Isabel Tay ’23
Originally from Singapore, Isabel Tay is now a visual artist and filmmaker based in Portland, Oregon. After graduating with a BFA in Film & Video, Tay began doing camera work for LAIKA, the world-renowed studio behind Kubo and the Two Strings and Coraline.

Avani Dwivedi ’19
Avani Dwivedi is an author and illustrator who grew up in Mumbai, India, and is now living in Jersey City, NJ. Her debut author/illustrated picture book, My Bollywood Dream was published in Spring 2023, and she worked as the illustrator for several books to be published through 2025.

Yona Kohen ’19
Kohen, an international student from Turkey, returned to her hometown of Istanbul after graduating with a General Fine Arts BFA, and began learning and experimenting with traditional Turkish beading techniques. Ottoman prison-work is the inspiration behind here celebrated jewelry brand, recently featured in The New York Times.

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If your application is accepted, you will receive a communication from MICA’s admission team with more information about scholarship, timeline, and next steps.

Confirm your attendance and start the visa process by submitting your Declaration of Intent and paying your Tuition Deposit.

The first step toward studying in the US is to submit your personal, financial, and passport documents to MICA. After receiving them, we will issue your I-20, the document you will need to apply for an F-1 visa to travel to the U.S. You will then need to pay your SEVIS fee.

With your I-20 and visa application, you can schedule your visa interview at a nearby U.S. embassy or consulate. MICA’s Office of International Education and admission team will provide tips and support to help you prepare for your interview! * Canadian Citizens ONLY: You do not need to apply for an F-1 visa online. You will obtain your F-1 visa at the border.

Once you have your visa, let us know and start making your travel plans. International students are permitted to enter the United States up to 30 days prior to the start of classes.

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International Admission